Dental Procedures and Disease Severity
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What is defined as 'minor complications' in the context of dental procedures?

  • Complications that require hospitalization
  • Complications that can be successfully addressed in the dental chair (correct)
  • Complications that result in high mortality risk
  • Complications that need immediate medical attention

    • In the Medical Complexity Status classification, which category includes patients with uncontrolled or unstable medical conditions?

  • MCS 3
  • MCS 2 (correct)
  • MCS 0
  • MCS 1

    • What is recommended for emergency dental treatment according to the text?

  • Avoiding the use of analgesics
  • Extensive surgical procedures
  • Conservative treatment including antibiotics and analgesics (correct)
  • Lengthy and stressful visits to the dentist

    • A patient with a systolic blood pressure reading of 160 - 179 falls into which stage according to the blood pressure classification provided?

    <p>Stage II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Medical Complexity Status category is associated with patients having no medical problems?

    <p>MCS 0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What modification is necessary for routine dental care in a patient with controlled hypertension (MCS-1A)?

    <p>No modifications are necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action if a patient's blood pressure is ≥180/110 before dental treatment?

    <p>Defer elective dental treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of premedication in reducing anxiety before a dental procedure?

    <p>To alleviate anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication should not be combined with epinephrine due to potentiation of its effect?

    <p>MAO inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of using sedatives like diazepam before a dental appointment?

    <p>To alleviate anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antihypertensive drug class is NOT mentioned in the text as a general management option?

    <p>Beta-blockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the unit used to measure BP, as stated in the text?

    <p>Millimeters of mercury (mmHg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for managing hypertensive attacks in dental patients?

    <p>Avoid sudden standing after long procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should bleeding be managed in hypertensive patients during dental treatment?

    <p>Use potent anesthesia with vasoconstrictor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of pre-treatment evaluation of blood pressure in hypertensive patients?

    <p>It aids in assessing the risk level before the procedure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is hypertension typically diagnosed in patients going for dental treatment?

    <p>By measuring blood pressure on three separate occasions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In emergency dental treatment, what should be done if a patient indicates persistently high blood pressure with no further medical management planned?

    <p>Seek a physician's opinion before commencing dental treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should orthostatic hypotension be managed during dental procedures for hypertensive patients?

    <p>Avoid sudden standing after long procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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